Pacman Jones doubtful for Steelers game

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam Jones missed his second consecutive practice Friday and is listed as doubtful for Sunday’s game at Pittsburgh.

Jones suffered a back injury in the Oct. 8 win against Buffalo. He did rehab work on the side field Monday in the first practice after the bye but was limited Wednesday before being shut down.

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Rookie wide receiver John Ross and safety Derron Smith are listed as questionable. Ross, who injured his left knee in the preseason finale at Indianapolis, was a full participant in Friday’s walk-through after being limited Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Monday marked the first time he had practiced since re-aggravating the knee injury in the Week 2 loss to Houston.

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Smith has been out since suffering an ankle injury in practice Sept. 20.

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Wide receiver Tyler Boyd (knee) and H-back Ryan Hewitt (knee) are out for the Steelers game. Boyd injured his knee in the win against Buffalo, while Hewitt has been since absorbing a low hit in the Cleveland win Oct. 1.

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